Oishii Bento

This is my second time coming here. I work in Oakland so I just stumbled across this place. They had a huge menu outside, so I didn't have to go in. Upon reading the menu I was impressed so I ordered. The first time I got the Chicken Teriyaki, but I wasn't a fan of it. This time I got the Bulgogi Bowl because it was highly recommended. IT DID NOT DISAPPOINT. The secret sauce on the beef is AWESOME. Served over white rice & mix with veggies. I loved it I will go back to try the Udon because I was eyeing that too lol. If you ever come across this place GO IN! Wait time wasn't long looks nice & clean inside. The price is cheap & you get alot for you money.

food tastes great, fast service and lots of food. it's two meals for the price of one. the teriyaki tofu and katsudon are very good, my girlfriend and i ate here for lunch and the leftovers for dinner. small and pleasant upstairs dining.

We tried chicken and beef bowl and beef bibimbap. Chicken bowl was really tasty and chicken was crispy and well cooked. Beef bowl was also really good. However, some of the thinly sliced beef sinewy that I didn’t like. Veggies of the beef bibimbap could have been better cooked. The portions are big and prices are decent.

Chicken katsu udon. I’ll eat it for breakfast, lunch, dinner and dessert. I think it’s so perfect especially during a cold day or if you are sick. It also comes with fresh yellow radish that just goes so well with this Udon. Not only that but the lady who is at the front is such a pookie shmokie. Overall Oishi bento is my favourite !!!

Oishii is amazing. Their online ordering system is great, their service is fast and accurate, the prices are great, and the food, oh my god, the food. It's delicious. Highly highly recommend the beef, it's shaved so thin and cooked so perfectly. I definitely prefer the bowl over the box, but both are excellent. I need to come here and try more of the menu, but I fear I cannot get anything other than that beef bowl. Absolute Oakland institution for many years to come.

Small self service eatery in Oakland with a few tables indoors and outdoors. We tried the chicken Katsu Don and the beef bulgogi. I preferred the beef over the chicken. Overall ok food.

It was a pleasant dining. You can experience Korean foods, in what points even better than in Korea. Personally, Kimchi Udon and Bibim bap were our favorite.

Got Bibimbap and bulgogi takeout. Both were great. Enough for 2 meals for us in each bowl. But- They really need to raise their prices! I have never, ever said that before. But you can see that they work so hard, and the prices are far below other take out places these days. (11.00 per bowl)

This place never fails! They've been consistent throughout the years. You know you get a good meal whenever you order from there. Also, you can't go wrong with anything you choose from their menu. This place gets busy and it's best to order online for a pickup. In terms of seating, there's limited space available. Best bang for a wholesome healthy meal!

I honestly really like this place. Portions are big and decently priced. I usually always get the spicy pork bowl and it tastes great and has just the right amount of spiciness. There is a small upstairs section for eating and there are numbers up there so you know when your order is ready. Pictures was from take out.

I love oishii bento! One of the best meals you can get in Oakland and you get a generous portion of food. Usually I get a bento box (get the sauce on the side for max crispiness if you're getting chicken or pork katsu ) but recently I tried the katsu don bowl which was also excellent. Order online during the weekday for pickup! It gets busy and is small.

My sons and I stopped here in July 2023 for a casual lunch before going on a visiting student tour at Pitt. This is a pretty good option for casual Korean lunch dishes (bento boxes) for take out. The restaurant itself is feels cramped but is conveniently located in Oakland within the heart of the University of Pittsburgh's campus. I would say that finding nearby street parking at lunch is a major challenge here. It's easier to park a few blocks away (we found spots close to the business school) and then walk back 10-15 minutes. I tried the chicken katsu dish (which is basically fried chicken bits with rice), but my sons enjoyed the bulgogi dish. The portions of food are larger than you might expect (it can be saved for a future meal). Once you order at the front register, you'll receive a number and can stay in the waiting area until they call out the order number (we waited for 15 minutes). I'm guessing that many Pitt students and staff place their "to go" orders for convenient pickup during the academic year.

Since I had never been here before, and also don't know very much about Korean food, I chose the first item on the menu, the bulgogi beef bento box. It didn't take too long during a busy lunch hour and was delicious, but I was jealous that my dining partner got cucumber in her bowl (I forget the name). Next time, I'll get a bowl. TL;DR: Bento boxes are for meat lovers, while bowls are for veggie lovers.

I've been a student at Pitt for 3 years now, and this was my first time trying Oishii bento! Very impressed, and sad that I didn't try it before! I got the beef bulgogi bento box with rice, japche, pickled radish, and vegetable dumplings. (Online it says that it comes with kimchi too, but seems to be outdated info). Food took a little while to come out, but the food was hot and fresh!! I could totally tell that they cooked it to order. Normally I would have taken my food to go, but I decided to eat inside. There's a small seating area upstairs (probably about 15-20 seats at various sized tables). Workers were fairly nice, and the food was reasonably priced for the portion. My bento box was $14 ($15 with tax) and was very filling. Can't wait to come back and try more from this place!

As someone who grew up on Korean food...the food is amazing! I had the bulgogi bibimbap and it was very good! Their portions do not disappoint and the vegetables were fresh. Definitely coming back here!

Causal restaurant with great Korean/ Japanese food! If you're looking for a quick bite in Oakland by pitt campus that also tastes great this is a perfect spot My go to order is the Katsu Don bowl fried pork cutlet with eggs and onions over rice. They also have udon, bento boxes with different sides, and a variety of bowl options with different meats. All of them taste great and things are clearly labeled if they are spicy. You get to order at the counter and then you get an order number. There is a seating/ waiting area downstairs. And there are several tables upstairs. There is a sign that lists the order numbers when they're ready upstairs and downstairs which is very convenient. They also have some outdoor seating! Staff are very friendly and help! Overall great place to eat.

The food was cooked in a generic brown sauce that had no taste, the tofu and the vegetables were cooked and doused with the same sauce, and then the whole thing was put on a bowl of rice. This thing should not pass as food.

What an amazing hidden gem in Oakland! Oishii Bento may become one of my go to lunch spots while I'm still a college student, and I wish I would have found out about it sooner! As soon as you walk in, you get an authentic feel to this Japanese restaurant. They had free Barley tea available to the customers which speaks volumes to their overall hospitality! I ordered the Bulgolgi Bento Box and asked for it spicy! The bento box came with a VERY generous portion of bulgolgi, along side of rice, Japchae, two vegetable dumplings, radish pickles, and the choice of kimchi, salad, or miso soup. Since it was a cold day in Pittsburgh, I opted for the Miso Soup. Everything here was absolutely delicious, and there wasn't even a grain of rice left in my box when I finished! I can't wait to come back here and try some of their other bento boxes or even their bowls. This place was busy when I was here, but I only had to wait around 10 minutes for my food which is not bad at all! They offer upstairs seating to customers, which made the experience even better because this was a surprise to me! I can't wait to be back here!

Fantastic food, very well seasoned. Don't miss the pickled turnips! I've only had takeout so far but have been very happy with what we've had.

Fantastic lunch spot! I had the tofu teriyaki bento when I went, and I couldn't be happier. It was savory, and having it in a box was great because it allowed me to mix the rice and additives the way I wanted. I loved every bite! The portion wasn't enormous, but it was big enough to leave me with a few leftovers for a later meal. The restaurant itself is very narrow and fills up quickly with other customers. This can make it pretty loud, so be prepared to speak up if you decide to dine-in. However, though it's a little hard to find the front of the line and a spot to wait for your order, these guys have set up an efficient system for quickly cooking up your order and notifying you when it's ready. Just remember to hold onto the number they give you, since that's the number they display on a board both upstairs and downstairs when it's ready for you. Definitely a fan of this rather than someone shouting out numbers over a noisy crowd. Overall, it's great and I'd recommend it to anyone visiting Pitt!

Definitely order here! They have delicious food, kind service, tasty drink options and lovely decor!

Oishii bento hits the spot, that cannot be denied especially as a college student! If you want a filling and reasonably priced meal, def come here. I have been here constant times and I have tried the spicy pork bento, bulgogi bento, bibimbap, unagi bowl, galbi bento, and tonkatsu bowl! They were all super delicious, but I have to say my favorite is the spicy pork bento. You get a generous portion of meat and sides like dumplings, japchae, and radish!

Legit Korean! I had the Bulgogi Bibimbap and for $11, it was yummy n good portion! Great way to have a quick Korean fix!

Have been going here since I was a student in 2017. My absolute favorite restaurant by a mile. Friendly, quick service and affordable prices. Some of the best food I've ever eaten. Great kimchi. The upstairs has seating and is very cozy and pleasant.

Always hits the spot when I want something quick that also tastes fresh and yummy. Plenty of seating upstairs too that is nice if you don't wanna do takeout.

Normally I really like this place but they must have changed chefs during pandemic or something. Every time we order from here now it seems something is either wrong or missing and this last time it was just plan awful. The teriyaki beef is hard to get wrong at any location but they managed to do it. There was barely any veggies this time and more than half of the beef was burned! They must not know consuming burnt food can lead to cancer. Also, in case you're thinking of ordering delivery or pick up. Their online prices are WAY higher than ordering in store or by phone. Galbi bento was almost $5 higher, Chicken Katsu $3 higher, and this beef teriyaki was about $4 higher if I ordered online thru Uber (even for pick up). In summery: order pick up in store, and check your order before you leave.

Oishii Bento is definitely my favorite restaurant in Oakland. I have eaten there the most since I moved to Oakland and never once have I been disappointed. The bento boxes are delicious and stacked to the top, their katsu fried perfectly, their udon is incredibly flavorful and savory, the rice is nice and fluffy, and all for an amazing price. The service is quick and efficient, the restaurant is clean and welcoming, and the atmosphere is cozy with their own private seating area. The only problem is it's sometimes too loud but that's only because of how popular and filled this restaurant is! I highly recommend coming here for delicious and authentic tasting Japanese food. And I personally recommend getting one of the bento boxes or the chicken katsu udon.

Really great for vegetarians or vegans! You can sub out the meat on anything. I always get the teriyaki bowl with tofu and have them skip the onions. Ordering sometimes takes a while but they have seating upstairs where you can track your order number or you can wait downstairs and they have free water and tea available.

My wife and I were strolling along Forbes and feeling a little hungry. We wanted something to share and this was perfect thing! For $9.00 this is a pretty decent amount of food and the wait wasn't terribly long either. :) The rice was a little dry (maybe it had been sitting too long), but the meal was served hot and the egg and beef were well cooked and well seasoned. Would love to come back and try more of the menu!

This is my first meal in Pittsburgh. Judging from the appearance, I believe you can already imagine the tasty flavor. Really recommend this place

Good food, love the bento boxes. All meals have a lot of food available at a good price. Nice vegetarian (tofu, vegetable) options too. Good for eat-in dining or takeout. I've been several times and would recommend as a fast casual asian food option

Came here for the first time for dinner. Ordered the Hwe dup bop and my friend ordered the pork tonkatsu bento with a side of kimchi and miso soup and a bottle of water. Total came out to around $30. What's Hot - Location. It's in Oakland and conveniently located near other locations, which is helpful. - Menu variety. There appears to be something for everyone- meats, tofu, seafood, and veggies. There are bento boxes with rice, udon (noodle soup), sushi rolls, and appetizers. Not bad. - Prices. Pretty reasonable. Because my dish has sashimi, it cost $15, which is more than the average dish. However, that's not too expensive. Their rolls that have raw fish cost more, as well, but that's to be expected. My friend's pork tonkatsu box cost around $10, but it also came with a side (he chose miso soup), gyoza (fried potstickers), a few pieces of daikon (pickled radish), rice, and japcahe (Korean rice noodles). - Portions. Both my dish and my friend's dish were a pretty good size. Enough to make us full, but not stuffed. What's Not - The sashimi was still slightly frozen. There were 3 types of fish/sashimi in my bowl. All 3 fish had ice crystals when I was eating. This didn't allow me to taste the flavor of the sashimi very well. Leads me to believe they're not very well prepared and it also leads me to believe if they use frozen fish in their sushi rolls. It detracts from the quality of the food. - No seating on the first floor. The only seating are a couple of benches for you to wait for your food, and short bar table with 2 high chairs. It isn't much. A couple other places on the same block have a decent seating area on the first floor. Not this place. Makes it difficult and cramped. - Wait time. We waited over 15 minutes for our food, which technically isn't bad. However, given the quality of the food, especially my sashimi, it wasn't worth it. - Prices. For the most part, the food is reasonably priced. However, my friend ordered a side of kimchi for a couple of dollars and it came in a little container that's meant for sauce! It was super tiny and definitely not enough. This container was smaller than the dish that my sashimi sauce came in. What's up with that? For the most part, their prices seem reasonable, but I'm very hesitant to order some dishes for the sake of trying it. - Portions. As I mentioned regarding the price of the side of kimchi, it is not worth $2 for an itty bitty side of kimchi. While the portions of their dishes seem to be ok for the most part, it does not seem to apply to all their dishes. Final Answer Willing to come back, but not a first choice.

** Affordable Korean and Japanese food that tastes authentic and great sized portions. Great spot for college students to take to go or sit upstairs. Oshii was one of the first restaurants I ate at in Pittsburgh, and it has always been one of my go to spots. It's consistent - everytime you go you know what to expect and the food delivers everytime. Not to mention, I am satisfied with all the prices there, as well as the portions (especially on the katsu don). What also stands out is that it fills you up but tastes clean - doesn't feel heavy and make you feel gross after. Typically I order katsu don which has pork, egg, and onion over rice which gives good variety compared to other things like the bulgogi bowl that is mainly just meat over rice. Sometimes I order the kalbi bento, (around $13) which is pricier but very tender and juicy. Bi Bim bap is another great dish for variety, gives you a decent amount of veggies to go with everything. You can also order online before hand so you save time.

Very good prices for the portions of food they give out in their bentos and bowls! I personally wish they would give us the option to dip the tonkatsu instead of them splashing the sauce over the katsu before serving, but I don't really mind. The food here tastes really good . Everything from the side dishes to the tonkatsu (miso soup is a smidge too salty) is honestly amazing.

I had the bulgogi bento box. Very solid tastes and the portion is nice. The kimchi has a nice bite but I like mine a touch sweeter.

Cheap, filling Korean fast food that probably gives you all the food groupsyou need for a day. We ordered the katsu bento and the bulgogi bento, but they messed up our order unfortunately and sent us two katsu bentos. Bentos come with pickled radish (yellow), two potstickers, glass noodle (japchae), and a massive portion of katsu and rice that honestly can be enough for 2 meals. Great place for a college student in the area trying something out aside from the standard Chipotle.

I honestly didn't even know this place existed because it's so small but WOW. My boyfriend and I had to limit our selves to once a week I get the same thing every time and I would rather go here instead of a fancy restaurant. I get the bento box w/ ton katsu and oh my goodness I can't stop eat it. Highly recommend!!!!

The chicken katsu was amazing. It tasted delicious like the one I usually eat at home. Very good! Little small place with great food. Def one of the tastiest places on that block.

Great for takeout-- I ordered this while walking out of my nearby office and it was ready by the time I got into the restaurant. Delicious and filling, I'll absolutely pick this up on the way home for nights I don't feel like cooking dinner again soon!

I've been here several times now, and I would recommend calling in advance if you plan on take out. They take forever to make the food if you order it at the counter. Their food is super yummy and they have a bunch of different options. I usually order the chicken katsu bento, I can't help myself every time I come here. I like that they have a variety so I am sure anyone can find something that they would like there! There is upstairs seating as well as some counter space downstairs. It is a nice change of pace from the other food in Oakland.

This place is so great! I love that it's close to my work, I come here when I crave for any Asian food. From Korean to Japanese. It's like an authentic Asian food express. The price is very reasonable, and the service is always so efficient. I love their ton katsu, spicy pork, and bulgogi. I don't think I've had any food here that's not above average. Good job oishi! They also own the chick n bubbly place next door, if you get food from oishi they often give you a small discount on a recipe for bubble tea next door. Sometimes the wait doesn't get long during lunch and dinner time, so I would call and place an order in advance, just to save some time :p! Give this place a try if you haven't :)

Whenever I have had a stressful week, I crave Oishii's Spicy Tofu Teriyaki bowl. The tofu is cooked perfectly and the sauce is delicious. I also love the spicy tofu teriyaki bento box, which comes with Japanese pickled radish, one side of your choosing, japchae, and dumplings. I can never finish it all but it is definitely the way to get the best bang for your buck, and it saves well. Oishii's bibimbab is also awesome! The employees are always nice and welcoming. It's usually busy and it takes a little while for them to prepare your food, so I recommend calling ahead for pick-up if you want to grab your food and go.

Delicious Korean food when you're a student on the go. Super fresh, teriyaki bowls are my go to here, can't go wrong with them! Enjoy :)

I would probably give this place a solid 3.5 stars. The cashier was friendly, and the food came out fast. I got the tofu bibimbap. The fried egg on top was perfectly cooked. It was clear that all the food was very fresh. My main complaint is probably the range of vegetables on the bibimbap. They just didn't have the variety that I am used to which probably impacted the flavors. I wish I had gone with one of the teriyaki or spicy pork bowls instead, as those looked much tastier. Next time!

For the price, the amount of food is worth it. Flavors are always good and up to my expectation. I think my friends beef was a little tough. I enjoyes the mixed veggies. I love the owner! She is really sweet.

Oishii will always be my go-to comfort food. I've tried a variety of their dishes but the Chicken Bowl will always be my favorite. Plus tax, it is around $7 and they give a very generous portion. Their Bulgogi Bowl is also really good. I wouldn't recommend getting their sushi- it's good but nothing special. They have a small seating area upstairs so it is pretty limited. It is usually busy during meal times but the wait is definitely worth it. They also provide free barley tea!

Noticed a good review so gave it a try. A very good choice if you are expecting a street vendor or hearty takeout. Food was ample but beef was tough. Overall acceptable for outside seating but don't expect them to go out of their way. Seating upstairs is dungeonesk! This restaurant has the makings of a nice place...NEEDS MANAGED!

Excellent bulgogi bibimbap and spicy pork bowl. Prices are very reasonable, portions are big, and service is very fast. The only thing leaving something to be desired is the limited seating arrangement.

Best Korean food in Pittsburgh. The prices are decent as well. I ate there for years while a student at Pitt.

Oishi bento is probably where I've spent the most money while living in Oakland. They are consistently good. In the teriyaki bowl the rice is high quality and cooked perfectly, the mix of veggies are nice. They prepare the food fast, and the customer service is excellent. They also have a tight takeout system as well. I can't recommend this place enough.

good food at such an affordable price!! u get a big bowl of pretty authentic korean food

Just a short walk from Presbyterian Hospital is the small "Oishii Korean and Japanese style lunchbox". I was greeted as soon as I stepped into the restaurant and there was no line at 10 minutes to noon. There are so many interesting dishes on the menu including bento, udon and rice bowls. I was craving sushi on this warm day so I ordered a salmon avacado roll ($5) and seaweed salad ($3). The roll is beautiful and delicious. Everything is fresh! An equal amount of fish & avocado is in each piece, which is a sizeable mouthful. The sushi rice has nice flavor so you don't need soy sauce imho. The wasabi paste is not weak! The seaweed salad smells fresh, has the lovely crunch that I crave and is a nice portion. Overall a great experience and at great price you know I'll be back.

I read the reviews of this spot, and I was really excited to have Bento again. It's the kind of place where you place your order and then wait. The people behind the counter were not nice. The food took an eternity - like 25 minutes - to come, and I was super hungry. The price was expensive. The food was ok. Nothing to write home about. I was d

Oishii. My default spot when it comes to a great tasting, affordable meal on Pitt campus. Oishii is closed on sundays.. I am well aware of this because for whatever reason I always crave Oishii after church, ahh.. you want what you can't have (on Sundays). KATSU-DON ($8.75): My go to. I just love the pork with the veggies and then the house broth makes the bowl not too dry, like the tonkatsu or the chicken katsu are. Some may think it is a little sweet, but when I come to Oishii, I'm getting the Katsu-Don 99% of the time. SPICY PORK BOWL ($8.00): Also a great choice, with the pork and veggies all the same reddish color, it may not be the most prettiest dish, but it does have a kick of spiciness! If I'm in the mood for just a lotta pork and some fried onions in there too, this is what I'm getting. The portions are so generous here that I never feel like I'm wasting my money. VEGETABLE TEMPURA ($7.25): For those times when I want to be fake healthy and eat veggies but they're fried. The fried zucchini and onions are meh, but the fried sweet potato is super delish! The tempura come with a sauce to dip in. SEATING: Is very limited to like 3 chairs on the main floor and like 30-40 seats upstairs? So choose your dining time wisely, or just do take out! However they do have sriracha, soy sauce, barley tea, and water here if you do decide to stay. SERVICE/WAIT-TIME: Probably at least 15 mins for your food to be made, they give you a number and you wait until it's called/ on their number system thingy in the upstairs. **Want to skip the wait? Call in beforehand and place an order via the phone and pick it up when you get there. Give them some time because this place is popular and they take their time making your yummy Korean food. Not the cheapest option on campus, but I do think that most of the entrees are worth it. ~$10 for a bowl might seem a lot, but you actually get a lot of food to save for a second meal, otherwise you may fall into a food coma if you can eat it all in one sitting..

Oishii is one of the better places to eat in Oakland and certainly the most reasonably priced/quickest place to get a decent Korean food fix. I've been here on multiple occasions and the food is satisfyingly consistent. My go-to is the Spicy Pork Bento which comes with a huge portion of rice, spicy-sweet pork, japchae (glass noodle dish), two fried dumplings, some radish, and your choice of kimchi, miso soup, or salad. I always go for salad because I like the dressing and it's refreshing with the rest of the meal! Though pricier than many other options in Oakland, the bento lasts me at least 2 (if not 3 meals when I add some kimchi or sides at home) which makes it well worth the price! It's usually crowded and buzzing on the ground floor to order with a pack of people waiting for takeout, but I've always been able to find a table in the small upstairs dining area. Pop upstairs and grab a table and some water or hot barley tea - your order might take a while and there's an additional screen upstairs for displaying order numbers ready for pickup. Service is mostly limited to your order and transaction, so don't expect much - you're here for the food. For a quick meal to satisfy your comfort Korean food cravings or a budget-friendly place to meet up with friends, Oishii is a great pick!

3.5 stars. Oishii bento is situated in the Asian food megapolis of Pittsburgh...that is...Oakland. So anyway, the place is a little shop along a street of other small Asian foods, and it really fits well in the scene. I usually like to stop by oishii and pair it with some other places around. In terms of the food, I like it! It's very simple, cheap, and definitely fills you up. I would say the service can be a little slow at peak hour, so it's a good idea to order boba or run around for other food while you're waiting, but other than that, it's a well-run shop that is super consistent. The food gives a hint of homestyle Asian food, which is really nice if you're just looking for food that's comfortable and reliable.

Conveniently located in Oakland, this is probably one of my favorite places to quickly grab lunch or dinner. Their upstairs dining area is pretty decent. It's ideal if you dont have too much time to spare for your meal. I usually get their Spicy pork bento, which is such a steal- a lot of portion for a good price! My friend also loves their Chicken Katsu bowl. I have yet to try their other menu!